Kalatus had told Yeon-woo to find him as soon as possible. However, it was impossible to get through the Dragon Labyrinth without preparation, and Yeon-woo needed time. The first step in his plan was to tap forces like Blood Land. The more forces appeared, the easier it would be to subjugate everyone. He had to wait for the fruit to ripen first.

What happened between him and Edora was a result of his heightened emotions and relief. He hadn’t expected it to happen, but that didn’t mean their relationship would drastically change. As always, they would take care of each other.

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Edora listened with interest at the stories Yeon-woo told her. She was happy to hear he’d finally met Jeong-woo and cried when she heard about Mother Earth’s appearance in Tartarus and the mess she made. “I’ve seen Allforone before.”

“Allforone?” He hadn’t expected that, and he looked at her in surprise.

“Yes. I was very young, and it was only a glance. He visited my father once.”...